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Carthage and Sidi Bou Said Tour

In just a few hours, you will journey through over 2,800 years of history without missing a single highlight. You will walk the sacred grounds of the Phoenicians, stand among the ruins of one of Rome’s greatest cities, and end your visit in one of the Mediterranean’s most picturesque villages. What truly sets this experience apart is the passion and expertise of your local guide, who brings each site to life with fascinating stories, historical context, and insider knowledge you simply won’t find in a guidebook. Carefully crafted to make the most of every minute, this tour strikes the perfect balance between discovery and enjoyment, including a charming café break in Sidi Bou Said. Whether you are a history enthusiast or a first-time visitor to Tunisia, this is the most complete and immersive experience you can have in and around Carthage. Visits: Tophet de Carthage, Punic Ports & Museum, Baths of Antoninus, The Roman Theatre of Carthage, Punic Quarter of Byrsa, Sidi Bou Said

History / Culture 5.00(36) 3 hrs

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Group total

C$65.64

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Group Guided Bike Tour of Carthage Archeological Site in Tunisia

Carthage Archeological Site is sprawling, so it’s hard to see all of it in a limited time if you’re exploring on foot. This bike tour lets you cover more of the area’s historical highlights in less time, on your choice of manual or e-bikes, whose motorized engines ensure you break less of a sweat. Visits: Tophet de Carthage, Punic Ports & Museum, Baths of Antoninus, The Roman Theatre of Carthage, Saint Louis Cathedral

History / Culture 4.90(62) 3 hrs

C$80.41
per adult

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Guided Bike Tour of Carthage Archeological Site in Tunisia

Visit one of Tunisia’s top attractions, the ancient ruins of Carthage, on this half-day bike tour through the archaeological site. Alongside a private guide, pedal through the ancient Phoenician city to learn about its rich history. See the punic ports and sanctuary, the Carthage aqueducts, the baths of Antoninus, the acropolis of Byrsa, and much more. Visits: Tophet de Carthage, Punic Ports & Museum, Baths of Antoninus, The Roman Theatre of Carthage, Saint Louis Cathedral

History / Culture 4.90(103) 3 hrs

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Group total

C$146.06

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Private guided tour of the UNESCO world heritage medina of Tunis

Unlock the secrets of the Medina of Tunis on a private guided tour that feels like stepping into another world. Wander through colorful souks, hidden courtyards, and centuries-old streets as your Local Guide reveals stories you won’t find anywhere else. From ancient landmarks to authentic artisan shops, you’ll uncover stories and spots most travelers miss. Enjoy a personalized experience tailored to your interests, whether you’re passionate about history, architecture, food, or simply soaking in authentic local atmosphere. Pause for a mint tea in a quiet courtyard, chat with artisans, or explore hidden gems tucked away from the crowds. Booking this private guided tour means experiencing the medina not just as a visitor, but as a welcomed guest—immersed, informed, and inspired. Visits: EzZitouna Mosque, Dar Lasram, Medersa Slimaniya, Souk Al Attarine, Souk Cafe, Rue de la Kasbah, Souk el-Birka, Hammam el Kachachine, Grand Souk des Chechias, Dar El Jeld, Rue du Pacha, Arts center Bir Lahjar

History / Culture 5.00(85) 3 hrs

Whole group

Group total

C$98.47

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Walking Tour through the Medina of Tunis(Pay what you want)

Join me for an authentic walk through the historic Medina of Tunis, a UNESCO World Heritage site filled with winding alleys, vibrant souks, and centuries-old monuments. Together, we’ll explore hidden mosques, madrasas, shrines, and pass through lively markets full of colors, scents, and sounds. We’ll also stop by colonial-era landmarks like the Cathedral of Saint Vincent de Paul and the bustling Marché Central, before taking a break at a traditional café tucked inside the Medina — a great moment to relax and experience local life. Our journey ends in Kasbah Square, a site rich in history and a powerful symbol of modern Tunisia. This experience is based on connection, not fixed prices — at the end, you’re welcome to contribute what you feel the tour was worth. Visits: St. Vincent de Paul Cathedral, Marche central de Tunis, Fondouk El Ghala, Medina of Tunis, Kasbah Square

History / Culture 5.00(218) 2 hrs

C$4.91
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Capodimonte Museum in Naples

Prebook your admission with skip the line access to the Capodimonte Museum. This means you have more time to visit one of southern Italy’s largest art galleries—three floors and more than 160 rooms inside a grand Bourbon palazzo. There’s a small collection of modern art including works by Andy Warhol, but most come to see the vast Farnese collection and Caravaggio’s The Flagellation of Christ. Visits: Museo e Real Bosco di Capodimonte

History / Culture 3.90(119) 1-2 hrs

C$37.75
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Herculaneum - Small Group Tour

Herculaneum is home to some of the best-preserved Roman ruins in Italy, but it can be a challenge to interpret this ancient city on your own. With this guided tour, gain a better understanding of this UNESCO-listed treasure as you visit intact homes, shops, baths, temples, and more. Learn about daily life 2,000 years ago and how the city was buried by the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius. Visits: Parco Acheologico di Ercolano

History / Culture 5.00(165) 2 hrs

C$68.93
per adult

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Herculaneum Small Group Tour and Ticket With an Archaeologist

Get a deeper insight into the ruins of the ancient Roman city of Herculaneum on this group tour with an archaeologist guide. Benefit from skip-the-line admission, meaning less time spent waiting around. Visit the Samnite house and the Temple of the Augustales, and see the remains of the thermal baths and gymnasium. Along the way, learn how the city was destroyed by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. Visits: Archeological Park of Herculaneum, House of the Deer, La Terrazza di M. Nonio Balbo, College of the Augustales, Casa del Rilievo di Telefo, Partem Domus lignea - Casa del Tramezzo di Legno, House of the Skeleton, Central Thermae, House of the Black Salon, Casa Sannitica, Casa del Bel Cortile, House of the Grand Portal

History / Culture 4.80(1 166) 2 hrs

C$57.44
per adult

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Naples: Open Bus Naples City Tour drop-on drop-off

Discover Naples by open-bus with multilingual audio guide and panoramic city views. The ticket is valid for 24 hours and it allows you to pick-up the bus from our 11 stops located around Naples: Molo Beverello( inside the port), Piazza Garibaldi 1115, Corso Umberto 184, Piazza Bovio 36, Piazza del Gesù (S Chiara Monastery), Via Toledo 368,Via Medina 39, Via San Carlo 9, Piazza Municipio (Maschio Angioino), Piazza Vittoria 7, Via Petrarca (panoramic point), Via Manzoni( virgiliano park). The guide on board will guide you to discover the city starting from the port, passing through the historic center where you will have the opportunity to admire the historic buildings and monuments, and ending the tour on the Posillipo district where you can admire the breathtaking view of the entire city. An excellent choice for all-around sightseeing! Visits: P.za Giuseppe Garibaldi, 137, C.so Umberto I, 184, Piazza Giovanni Bovio, 36, Piazza del Gesù Nuovo, Via Toledo, 368, Piazza Trieste e Trento, Piazza Municipio, Piazza Vittoria, Via Francesco Petrarca, Via Alessandro Manzoni, Molo Beverello

History / Culture 4.20(349) 2 hrs

C$32.82
per adult

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Naples Underground Official Skip-the-line Ticket

Naples can throw the most careful plans out of whack with anarchic traffic, heat, and crowds. With this skip-the-line guided tour, bypass the often-long ticket lines and break from the drama by going underground, some 130 feet (40 meters) below the city’s historic center. Tour subterranean air-raid shelters, Greek-Roman aqueducts, caves, a garden, and a Roman theater—it’s all part of Naples’ unconventional history. Visits: Underground Naples

History / Culture 4.20(603) 1 hrs

C$31.18
per adult

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Naples Underground Spanish Quarters with Guide

Naples has been inhabited for almost 3,000 years and much of the city’s past is hidden beneath the modern streets. Secure your spot on an official Naples Underground (Napoli Sotterranea) tour, the only way to venture below ground and explore the city’s buried history. Admire the ancient Neapolitan aqueduct and WWII air raid shelters, all with an official site guide. Admission and skip-the-line entry are included in the tour price. Visits: Napoli Sotterranea

History / Culture 4.80(1 999) 1 hrs

C$29.54
per adult

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Naples Walking Tour: Old Town and Spaccanapoli

We will take you back to Greek and Roman times through the cheerful alleys of ancient Naples. You will walk along its ancient Greek streets and admire countless churches. Observe the diversity of religious belief systems co-existing in society and a mixture of Pagan and Christian icons that can be seen in the San Gregorio Armeno market. Here, you can also explore several artisan shops. Discover why Naples boasts varying architectural styles. In this city, see not only the Greek and Roman area but also the medieval and Baroque areas. Moreover, you will have the possibility to see how the “Neapolitan” culture is expressed in the typical local food as well as in the narrow streets full of players and dancers that will color your walk with unbelievable effects. Visits: Piazza Dante, Port'Alba, Piazza Bellini, Via Dei Tribunali, Via San Gregorio Armeno, Spaccanapoli, Piazza del Gesu Nuovo

History / Culture 4.90(259) 2 hrs

C$41.03
per adult

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Pompeii Guided Tour from Naples with Skip-the-Line Entry

Get more out of your time in Naples by heading off on a small-group day trip to discover one of Italy’s most famous archaeological sites—Pompeii. Instead of having to wait in a long ticket line, you can benefit from skip-the-line admission, as well as a guided tour around the archeological ruins of Pompeii, including the Basilica, the Forum, the thermal baths, and patrician houses with well-preserved mosaics and frescoes. Visits: Archaeological Park of Pompeii

History / Culture 4.90(588) 3-4 hrs

C$96.82
per adult

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Pompeii Half Day Trip from Naples

Pompeii is one of the most fascinating attractions in Southern Italy, but it can be challenging to reach from Naples on public transportation. Avoid the hassle with this tour with round-trip transportation from Naples. Time permitting, stop along at a local jewelry factory, and explore the Pompeii archaeological site with a guide or audio guide (depending on group size). Visits: Archaeological Park of Pompeii

History / Culture 4.50(147) 3-4 hrs

C$82.05
per adult

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Pompeii Small Group Tour - Tickets Included

One of the world’s best-known archeological sites, Pompeii is full of ancient history that’s not always apparent to independent travelers. On this group tour, explore the ancient city with an archaeologist guide who shares insights into the history and the daily lives of ancient Romans. See theaters, temples, six bathing complexes, and more in UNESCO-listed archeological areas. Visits: Archaeological Park of Pompeii

History / Culture 5.00(152) 2 hrs

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Group total

C$68.93

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Ruins Of Herculaneum

Discover Herculaneum's fishing village charm. Explore villas, frescoes, mosaics, and visit a cameo factory for jewelry insight.

History / Culture 3.5 hrs

C$220.05
per adult

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Palermo (Sicily)

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3 Hour Private City Tour in Palermo

Palermo is certainly the most intriguing city in the Mediterranean and is very easy to visit for those lucky enough to embark on a cruise, as one of the ports of call is Palermo itself. Join our tour and you will understand the spirit of this city smelling of oranges and lemons! The fundamental stages of our tour will be: The elegant Teatro Massimo, to which the history of the Florio family is linked, is the most famous shipowners and industrialists in Italy. The imposing Arab-Norman cathedral dedicated to Santa Maria Assunta, with the relics of Santa Rosalia, the Patron Saint of Palermo. The Fountain of Shame, one of the largest and most monumental fountains in Europe. Capo, a market famous in the world for its flavours, smells, the shouts of the merchants and for the amazing typical local products: fresh baked vegetables, panelle, crocchè, arancini, cannoli and everything else that is part of the Sicilian gastronomic tradition! We await you in Palermo with joy, don't miss it! Visits: Piazza Giuseppe Verdi (Piazza Massimo), Cattedrale di Palermo, Quattro Canti, Fontana della Vergogna, La Vucciria, Capo Street Market

History / Culture 4.50(514) 3 hrs

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Group total

C$360.22

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Palermo (Sicily)

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Best Of Palermo - Walking Tour in the historic city center

Exploring Palermo, the vibrant capital of Sicily, with a guided tour promises to be a rich and immersive experience. Here's a suggested itinerary to help you discover the highlights of this fascinating city. Discover all the most famous monuments in Palermo, be amazed by the anecdotes that will be told by our professional guide and experience the city like a local! Visits: Quattro Canti, Palermo Cathedral, Norman Palace, Piazza Pretoria, Church and Monastery of Santa Caterina d'Alessandria, Teatro Massimo

History / Culture 4.50(944) 3-4 hrs

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Group total

C$315.09

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Palermo (Sicily)

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Palermo, a tour of unique monuments and colorful markets

Take an extraordinary journey to discover the main monuments of the center of Palermo on this convenient guided tour. I will accompany you to discover fascinating history, monuments and legends but also facts about the daily life of Palermo and the Sicilians. We will meet a stone's throw from the Teatro Massimo, the largest in Italy, symbol of the Palermo of the Florios and you will hear the mysterious legend of its ghost. We will take a look inside the Cathedral of Palermo, a UNESCO heritage site, where the glorious kingdom of Sicily was born. We will stroll through the lively Mercato del "Capo" of Arab origin where it will be possible to make a free stop to taste the delicacies of the Palermo street food. We will stop in front of the incredible Fontana della Vergogna a few steps from the markets of Ballarò and Vucciria. You will be able to enjoy the beautiful monasteries, churches and palaces that have made Palermo so famous. The tour ends in the scenic Piazza dei Quattro Canti, right in the center. Visits: Piazza Olivella, Teatro dell'Opera dei Pupi, Piazza Giuseppe Verdi (Piazza Massimo), Mura, Bastione e Porta Carini, Capo Street Market, Grotta dei Beati Paoli, Cattedrale di Palermo, Via Vittorio Emanuele, Quattro Canti, Piazza Pretoria

History / Culture 5.00(292) 3 hrs

C$49.23
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Palermo (Sicily)

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Palermo: Grand Tour in CruiserCar

Travelling with CruiserCar in Palermo is an experience unlike any other. The elegance and grandeur of the CruiserCar, the first 9-seater cabriolet in the world, sets the stage for an unforgettable journey of this beautiful city. Experience the city like never before, our expert drivers and Cicerones will guide you through the city's rich culture and history, taking you to top landmarks and hidden gems. CruiserCar's city sightseeing tours are designed to showcase the best of Palermo, from the Historical Center and the panoramic of Mount Pellegrino to hidden gems that are off the beaten path. We also offer pick-up and drop-off services, ensuring a seamless, comfortable journey. CruiserCar is the perfect choice for those looking for royalty transportation and an unforgettable experience. Book your tour today and discover why CruiserCar's city sightseeing tours in Palermo are truly one of a kind. Only one tour available per session. Book now to secure your exclusive seat! Visits: Porta Nuova, Palazzo dei Normanni, Royal Palace and Palatine Chapel, Villa Bonanno, Palermo Cathedral, Quattro Canti, Piazza Pretoria, Teatro Massimo, Teatro Politeama Garibaldi, Via della Libertà, Monte Pellegrino, Santuario di Santa Rosalia, Parco della Favorita, Mondello, Catacombe dei Cappuccini di Palermo, Monreale, Cattedrale di Monreale

History / Culture 4.80(179) 1-6 hrs

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Group total

C$162.47

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Palermo (Sicily)

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Palermo in 2 hours Main monuments and historic markets

Discover Palermo, a unique city in the world, with a valid local guide. Hear the history of Sicily and its capital while admiring extraordinary monuments such as the Teatro Massimo and the Cathedral. Then you will immerse yourself in the unique atmosphere of its markets and you will be able to stroll among stalls full of local products and traditional street food. Here you can taste the traditional popular foods that make Palermo one of the world capitals of street food. We will then enter the Cathedral, a UNESCO heritage site, in Arab-Norman style. You will be able to admire other unique monuments. Along the way, you will discover the myths and legends of Sicily, such as the mysterious sect of the Beati Paoli, the city's patron saint Santa Rosalia and the secret recipes of Sicilian desserts. Visits: Teatro Massimo, Teatro dell'Opera dei Pupi, Piazza Pretoria, Piazza Olivella, Via Vittorio Emanuele

History / Culture 5.00(136) 2 hrs

C$32.82
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Palermo (Sicily)

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Palermo : Private After-Hours Tour in a Historic House Museum

Explore without any crowds to contend with on this after-hours tour of the palatial Stanze al Genio in Palermo, a one-of-a-kind house museum with frescoed ceilings and thousands of majolica (tin-glazed pottery) tiles that date between the 15th and 19th centuries. To get the inside scoop on it all, opt for a private guide and learn about the museum’s history as you explore. Visits: Museo Delle Maioliche Stanze Al Genio

History / Culture 4.80(88) 45 min

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Group total

C$213.34

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Palermo (Sicily)

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Palermo: Sicily street food: enjoy a colourful traditional market

Get ready to discover Palermo with the best local guide! Enjoy the typical sicilian street food and discover the historic arab market. Learn about Palermo and the best street food; Enjoy the city vibes and the colours of the residents; Visits: Mercato di Ballaro, Mercato di Ballaro, Mercato di Ballaro, Historical centre of Palermo

History / Culture 4.50(944) 3 hrs

Whole group

Group total

C$310.17

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Palermo (Sicily)

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Palermo tour : a journey through art, monuments and ancient markets

Discover the heart of Palermo on a three-hour walking tour in Italian. A journey through history, art and the authentic temptations of street food, accompanied DA an expert and licensed Guide. Relive a thousand-year history: We will unravel the mysteries and secrets of the city that was once the capital, admiring unique jewels such as the Teatro Massimo, the majestic Cathedral, the Four Songs and the daring Fontana Pretoria. Dive into the flavours: We will cross the ancient Cape Point of Sale, where you can sample (if you wish) the most famous street specialities: the crispy panelle, the irresistible arancini and the intense spleen sandwich. Tailored advice: At the end of the tour, I will provide you with a selection of the best places to continue enjoying the dishes, desserts and drinks that will make your holiday in Palermo an unforgettable experience. Visits: Piazza Olivella, Teatro Massimo, Teatro dell'Opera dei Pupi, Dainotti's da Arianna, Capo Street Market, Cattedrale di Palermo, Villa Bonanno, Via Vittorio Emanuele, Piazza Bologni, Quattro Canti

History / Culture 5.00(80) 3 hrs

C$52.52
per adult

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